We present a simplified version of a drink found on a new menu. It's a party-sized pre-mixed which is bursting with essence of a festive period, making it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make another batch of the drink.
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Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the ingredients into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring to dissolve. After that, take off the burner and leave to cool entirely. Pour into an clean bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about a month.
Preparing the Premix: Combine all the spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then strain best through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base into your cocktail shaker filled with ice, and agitate lightly for a minute to cool it down. Pour into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence above the glass.
